WOMEN UNITED
United Way’s Women United program is a powerful global network of over 70,000 women leaders across 165 communities and six countries committed to making positive change for their communities and the world. The members of United Way of the National Capital Area’s Women United work together to create lasting impact in our local community, especially for the women and children of the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population.
Who We Serve: The ALICE Population
The ALICE population represents over 600,000 households in our region—families who earn more than the Federal Poverty Level but still cannot meet the basic cost of living. That translates to more than 1.4 million adults and children who are struggling to make ends meet. Women United is committed to serving this population by supporting initiatives that help reduce disparities and promote equity in health, education, and economic mobility.
Our Impact
Over the years, Women United has focused on initiatives such as advocating for young women in middle school and beyond, empowering women through economic mobility education, and mentoring the next generation of women leaders. By coming together, Women United members have been recognized for their exceptional ability to create positive, lasting change in the community.
United Way NCA’s Women United are centering their investment and volunteer efforts on reducing barriers to education and economic opportunity for the women and children of the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population in our region.
Join Us
Become a member of Women United with an annual donation of a $1,000 or more. In addition to the satisfaction of knowing you are helping improve the community you live and work in, you will receive the following benefits:
Member: $1,000
- Invitations to all Women United volunteer opportunities
- Quarterly newsletter from United Way of the National Capital Area
- Sponsor one student’s participation in an event such as Women United NCA’s Women’s History Month Event
Ambassador: $2,500
- All benefits of the Member level, plus…
- Opportunities to represent Women United NCA at partner and local community events
- Invitations to exclusive Women United events, including virtual networking opportunities with sister Women United chapters, United for ALICE research presentation, and in-person events
Learn More About Women United
To learn how you can get involved, please contact Candace Gibson (cgibson@uwnca.org).
WOMEN UNITED FAQS
Your participation in Women United starts with your donation of $1,000 or more to United Way of the National Capital Area. When you make your gift, please indicate that you would like to be included in Women United. After that, we’ll take care of the rest! Join today.
You can make your gift to United Way of the National Capital Area in several ways, including:
1. Through your workplace campaign – Numerous workplaces in the National Capital Area participate in annual United Way workplace campaigns. Ask your payroll department for more information and how to make a donation. This option allows you to donate from each paycheck and spread out your investment.
2. Online – Give via the Women United membership page to join at your chosen membership level.
3. Send us your donation – Checks and pledge forms can be mailed to United Way NCA, Attn. Women United, 8614 Westwood Center Drive, Suite 300 Vienna, VA 22182. For more information, please email Candace Gibson (cgibson@uwnca.org).
Women United holds several events each calendar year, including service and volunteer opportunities, social and networking events, and learning opportunities. Please contact Candace Gibson (cgibson@uwnca.org) for more information.
OTHER AFFINITY GROUPS
Tocqueville Society
United Way’s Tocqueville Society is a group of leading philanthropists who understand the value of a major investment in our community, especially when directed and leveraged. Tocqueville Society philanthropists achieve the goal through leading an annual, signature volunteer event that engages our community, by giving personally and by sharing the opportunity to invest among peers and colleagues.